Grant information

Mission, grant requirements, deadlines, and limits

This page mirrors the foundation documents so applicants know what to include before submitting a request by email.

Mission and values

The foundation exists to care for the resources we have been given and use them to help people in need while sharing the hope found in Jesus Christ.

Scope of reach

We focus on people and communities served through church and local partnerships, with emphasis on immediate practical support and the vulnerable.

Grant size

Maximum award per grant is $1,000 to $10,000, or up to 10% of the annual allocation internally.

Deadlines

Applications are accepted in quarterly periods: P1 July 1 to September 30, P2 October 1 to December 31, P3 January 1 to March 31, and P4 April 1 to June 30.

Grant requirements

Every request should include the materials needed for board review.

The request letter should include general contact information, a short cover letter, a proposal, an itemized budget, and the organization’s 501(c)(3) determination letter or equivalent supporting documents listed by the foundation.

Cover letter content

Include official name or DBA, business mailing address, business phone, point of contact information, grant purpose and requested amount, and the required overview paragraphs.

Attachments

Attach the IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter, an itemized operating budget, and the most recent 990 when available.

Pipeline

Administrative review, board consideration, board voting, and grant fulfillment follow the foundation’s internal process.